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Goodbye, TikTok: The gym is where it’s at People aren’t just signing up to South Africa’s gyms – they’re showing up in droves. It bodes well for Virgin Active’s prospective listing… by Ruby Delahunt September 19, 2025 News·Pleasure
Satanic panic: Five ‘occult’ crimes that gripped South Africa’s imagination By providing an explanation for the randomness of misfortune or catastrophe, beliefs in the occult offer a sense of agency in the face of… by Nicky Falkof September 19, 2025 Analysis·News
The week ahead: SARB rates decision in the spotlight Mark your calendar – here’s the political and economic news to watch out for in the days to come… by The South Africa Brief September 15, 2025 News
Walmart has been in South Africa for years. Now it just wants you to notice Walmart is set to open its first branded store in South Africa. It’s not a fresh arrival so much as a bold expansion… by Ruby Delahunt September 12, 2025 News
How the economy and Bouwer van Niekerk’s killing are linked The brazen murder is another in a long line of killings. Most of the recent assassinations are linked either to the struggling economy or… by Tim Cohen September 12, 2025 News·Opinion 3
Anglo’s trek to Vancouver underscores South Africa’s slide A merger with Canadian miner Teck Resources will take Anglo American even further away from the country in which it was formed 108 years… by Rob Rose September 10, 2025 Investing & Finance·News
The week ahead: Is South Africa ready for the G20? Mark your calendar – here’s the political and economic news to watch out for in the days to come… by The South Africa Brief September 8, 2025 News
Diamonds to dust: The myth of forever The rise of lab-grown diamonds has been ruinous for the diamond industry. Has the sparkle moved to other gemstones?… by Ruby Delahunt September 5, 2025 News·Pleasure 2
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